Stratiolaelaps scimitus (Hypoaspis miles) mites are shipped as adults, packed in a medium of
peat, vermiculite and bran for easy dispersal. There is typically enough artificial diet in the
container to sustain the mites for several days, after which these mites will become canibalistic.
If not released immediately, keep them for 5-14 days maximum at 45-60 degrees F.

Stratiolaelaps scimitus (Hypoaspis miles)

This tiny (0.5 mm) light-brown mite naturally inhabits the top 1/2" layer of soil where fungus gnats, as well as springtails and thrips pupae dwell. The female Stratiolaelaps lay their eggs in the soil, which hatch in 1-2 days, and the nymphs and adults feed on the soil-dwelling pests. Populations of Stratiolaelaps include both sexes, but the males are much smaller and rarely seen.

Each Stratiolaelaps mite will consume 1-5 prey or eggs per day. They survive by feeding on algae and/or plant debris when insects aren't available. Their entire life cycle is 7-11 days.

Stratiolaelaps are used primarily for control of fungus gnat larvae, but they also feed on western flower thrips pupae.

Application:
Stratiolaelaps should be released immediately upon arrival. Moisten soil or target area planting media at least 10 minutes prior to release. Containers include a shaker lid which allows for distribution over the soil surface. Concentrate the bulk on the most heavily infested areas. Stratiolaelaps moves well on soil surfaces, so it is unnecessary to apply to all surfaces. Leave the empty container in the treatment area until any stragglers have left.

Although Stratiolaelaps will move between plants in pots, at least every second plant should be treated. Application needs to be made early enough to allow the mites to spread. They will not move throughout an entire greenhouse from a single introduction point.

Stratiolaelaps will not survive below the top 1/2 inch of soil, so mixing mites into the growing media prior to potting is not recommended.

Stratiolaelaps can also be effective at ridding pet tarantulas, lizards and snakes of pest mites. Moisten area before introducing Stratiolaelaps. Introduce a few tablespoons of substrate with Stratiolaelaps per habitat every day or so, as needed. Pest mites should dissappear within 48 hours. Continue introducing Stratiolaelaps until container is empty. Lighter dosages serve as a preventative, higher dosages as a curative.

154011

Stratiolaelaps scimitus, 1/2 Liter (approx 10,000)

$35.50

154021

Stratiolaelaps scimitus, 1 Liter (approx 20,000)

$49.00

154031

Stratiolaelaps scimitus, 2 Liters

$85.00

154041

Stratiolaelaps scimitus, 3 Liter

$121.00

154061

Stratiolaelaps scimitus, 6 Liters

$206.00

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